License - 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 6,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · RAS AL KHAIMAH
RAKEZ Company Formation for Italians
Guide for Italian founders · around 6 hours from Rome
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 4 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 4 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 7,150Renewal cost
About RAKEZ
Why RAKEZ
From day one, founders choose RAKEZ when they want a credible UAE address, fast licensing and packages that scale from a solo flexi-desk to a multi-visa office. RAKEZ combines competitive pricing with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, and for that reason it suits both first-time founders and established groups. For most clients, italians are a growing community of designers, restaurateurs, engineers and traders, so the RAKEZ authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Italian applications every day and process them without hesitation. Day to day, the most common businesses Italians open through GoldenKey are in food and beverage, fashion, furniture and interiors and engineering, although RAKEZ supports almost any activity.
Just as important, one of the reasons we recommend RAKEZ is its competitive pricing, which matters more than most business owners realise once the business is running. On the ground, the authority permits Free Zone Establishment (FZE), Free Zone Company (FZCO) and Branch, which covers solo company owners, partnerships and overseas groups opening a UAE branch. Italian applicants benefit from the fact that RAKEZ already has many Italian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Italy documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for RAKEZ company formation for Italians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for RAKEZ company formation for Italians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
License - 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 12,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 2 Visa
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 18,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 3 Visa
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 22,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License - 4 Visa
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 26,010
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 2,750
Annual renewalAED 7,150
Bank account assistanceAED 1,650
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-29.
Business activities
Explore 3,250 business activities in RAKEZ
RAKEZ lets you combine related activities on one licence. Search by what your business does — in English or Arabic — and quote the GK code when you ask for a quotation.
Industrial1154Commercial1017Professional450Services301Media130Freelance Permit100Educational61Individual / Professional24E-Commerce11Business Invest1General Trading1
GK-RAKEZ-001(Nursery)Medical Secondary EducationProfessionalGK-RAKEZ-002(UAS trading (wholesaleCommercialGK-RAKEZ-0033D Printing Manufacturing (Additive Manufacturing)IndustrialGK-RAKEZ-004Abrasive & Minerals TradingCommercialGK-RAKEZ-005Academic Liaison OfficeEducationalGK-RAKEZ-006Access Cradles ManufacturingIndustrialPopular choices · 3,250 activities availableAll 3,250 RAKEZ activities
Required documents
Documents required
Gather these supporting documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of RAKEZ company formation for Italians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport issued by Italy with at least six months' validity
- Educational certificates attested by the Italy authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the countryif applicable
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE residentif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visaif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How RAKEZ works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in RAKEZ, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to RAKEZ company formation for Italians.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved with the RAKEZ authority and initial approval is obtained; this stage rarely takes more than two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
As we tell every client, you sign the application forms and memorandum, we submit the attested supporting documents and the licence fee is paid to the authority. We keep a written record of this step so your file for RAKEZ company formation for Italians is audit-ready.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
Once the RAKEZ licence and company documents are released, we move immediately to the immigration file, residence visas and the bank meeting.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about RAKEZ. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsDo I need to visit the UAE to set up in RAKEZ?
To be clear, most RAKEZ licences can be granted remotely with scanned paperwork and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your residency visa is processed.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in RAKEZ?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in RAKEZ are usually the same.
Can a RAKEZ company do business on the UAE mainland?
A RAKEZ company can sell to mainland customers through a mainland distributor, invoice services to mainland customers in most cases, and apply for a dual-licence arrangement where the emirate offers one. Direct retail or on-site contracting on the mainland needs a mainland licence.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Italy and the UAE?
Absolutely. The UAE and Italy have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
Can a Italian citizen own 100% of a company in RAKEZ?
Yes. Italians can own the full share capital of a RAKEZ company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
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Good to know
More about RAKEZ
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for RAKEZ company formation for Italians. In practice, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so RAKEZ company formation for Italians no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled RAKEZ company formation for Italians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. As a rule, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your RAKEZ file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the file sit. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries with RAKEZ company formation for Italians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
